St. Michael's Church, Chester Square, Anglican church in Belgravia, London, England
St. Michael's Church is an Anglican place of worship in Belgravia featuring late Decorated Gothic design from the 19th century. The building has Kentish Ragstone exterior walls, stained glass windows on multiple sides, and includes a War Memorial Chapel with 86 engraved names.
Thomas Cundy designed this Grade II listed structure in 1844 as part of the Chester Square development by the Grosvenor family. The church later received a memorial chapel to commemorate those lost in World War I.
The chapel reflects late Decorated Gothic style and was designed by Giles Gilbert Scott. It maintains a deep connection to the local community through remembrance of those lost in war.
The building offers both in-person and livestream services, allowing visitors to participate flexibly. The spaces are accessible to different types of visitors and accommodate various forms of engagement.
Arthur Sullivan, the famous composer and creator of operettas, served as organist in the 1860s. His work there established a musical tradition that remains part of the place today.
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